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Complete List of 72 COBSE Recognized Education Boards & Councils in India 2025

Official Government-Recognized Educational Authorities

The Council of Boards of School Education (COBSE) maintains the authoritative registry of all legitimate education boards and councils operating in India, established under the Government of India Act as a legal entity.

Total Recognized Boards

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International Boards

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Why This List Matters: With the proliferation of unrecognized and fraudulent education boards, verifying the authenticity of your child's school board is critical. This comprehensive list includes all legitimate boards recognized by COBSE and accepted by universities, employers, and government institutions across India and internationally.

Understanding Recognized Education Boards in India

Education boards and councils in India serve as regulatory authorities responsible for:

Developing and implementing standardized curriculum frameworks
Conducting fair and transparent secondary and senior secondary examinations
Issuing valid certificates recognized by universities and employment agencies
Granting official recognition and affiliation to educational institutions
Ensuring quality standards and educational excellence across member schools
Maintaining academic integrity and preventing educational fraud

COBSE acts as the umbrella organization coordinating between these boards, facilitating standardization, and ensuring that all member boards maintain high educational standards mandated by the Government of India.

List of Recognized Boards /Councils in India

There are various recognized Boards and Councils in India that are responsible for regulating and overseeing different aspects of education in the country. Some of the major ones include:

S. No.	Name of Board/ Council
1	CENTRAL BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION, NEW DELHI
2	NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF OPEN SCHOOLING, NEW DELHI
3	COUNCIL FOR THE INDIAN SCHOOL CERTIFICATE EXAMINATIONS, NEW DELHI
4	BOARD OF INTERMEDIATE EDUCATION, ANDHRA PRADESH
5	BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION, ANDHRA PRADESH
6	A.P. OPEN SCHOOL SOCIETY, ANDHRA PRADESH
7	ASSAM HIGHER SECONDARY EDUCATION COUNCIL, ASSAM
8	BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION, ASSAM
9	BIHAR SCHOOL EXAMINATION BOARD, BIHAR
10	BIHAR BOARD OF OPEN SCHOOLING AND EXAMINATION (BBOSE), BIHAR
11	CHHATISGARH BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION, CHHATISGARH
12	CHHATISGARH STATE OPEN SCHOOL, CHHATISGARH
13	GOA BOARD OF SECONDARY AND HIGHER SECONDARY EDUCATION, GOA
14	GUJARAT SECONDARY AND HIGHER SECONDARY EDUCATION BOARD, GUJARAT
15	BOARD OF SCHOOL EDUCATION, HARYANA
16	H. P. BOARD OF SCHOOL EDUCATION, HIMACHAL PRADESH
17	THE J & K STATE BOARD OF SCHOOL EDUCATION, JAMMU
18	JHARKHAND ACADEMIC COUNCIL,RANCHI
19	GOVT. OF KARNATAKA DEPT. OF PRE-UNIVERSITY EDUCATION, KARNATAKA
20	KARNATAKA SECONDARY EDUCATION, EXAMINATION BOARD, KARNATAKA
21	KERALA BOARD OF PUBLIC EXAMINATION, KERALA
22	KERALA BOARD OF HIGHER SECONDARY EDUCATION, KERALA
23	BOARD OF VOCATIONAL HIGHER SECONDARY EDUCATION, KERALA
24	MAHARASHTRA STATE BOARD OF SECONDARY AND HIGHER SECONDARY EDUCATION, MAHARASHTRA
25	BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION, MADHYA PRADESH
26	M. P. STATE OPEN SCHOOL EDUCATION BOARD, MADHYA PRADESH
27	BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION, MANIPUR
28	COUNCIL OF HIGHER SECONDARY EDUCATION, MANIPUR
29	MEGHALAYA BOARD OF SCHOOL EDUCATION, MEGHALAYA
30	MIZORAM BOARD OF SCHOOL EDUCATION, MIZORAM
31	NAGALAND BOARD OF SCHOOL EDUCATION, NAGALAND
32	BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION, ODISHA
33	COUNCIL OF HIGHER SECONDARY EDUCATION, ODISHA
34	PUNJAB SCHOOL EDUCATION BOARD, PUNJAB
35	BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION, RAJASTHAN
36	RAJASTHAN STATE OPEN SCHOOL, RAJASTHAN
37	STATE BOARD OF SCHOOL EXAMINATIONS (SEC.) & BOARD OF HIGHER SECONDARY, TAMIL NADU
38	BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION, TELANGANA STATE
39	TELANGANA STATE BOARD OF INTERMEDIATE EDUCATION, TELANGANA
40	TELANGANA OPEN SCHOOL SOCIETY, TELANGANA
41	TRIPURA BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION, TRIPURA
42	U.P. BOARD OF HIGH SCHOOL & INTERMEDIATE EDUCATION, UTTAR PRADESH
43	BOARD OF SCHOOL EDUCATION, UTTARAKHAND
44	WEST BENGAL BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION, WEST BENGAL
45	WEST BENGAL COUNCIL OF HIGHER SECONDARY EDUCATION, WEST BENGAL
46	THE WEST BENGAL COUNCIL OF RABINDRA OPEN SCHOOLING, WEST BENGAL
47	WEST BENGAL STATE COUNCIL OF TECHNICAL & VOCATIONAL EDUCATION & SKILL DEVELOPMENT, WEST BENGAL
48	MAHARISHI PATANJALI SANSKRIT SANSTHAN, NEW DELHI
49	URDU EDUCATION BOARD, NEW DELHI
50	BIHAR SANSKRIT SHIKSHA BOARD, BIHAR
51	U.P. BOARD OF SEC. SANSKRIT EDUCATION SANSKRIT BHAWAN, UTTAR PRADESH
52	ASSAM SANSKRIT BOARD, ASSAM
53	JAMIA MILIA ISLAMIA, NEW DELHI
54	UTTRAKHAND SANSKRIT SHIKSHA PARISHAD, UTTRAKHAND
55	STATE MADRASSA EDUCATION BOARD, ASSAM
56	BIHAR STATE MADRASA EDUCATION BOARD, BIHAR
57	WEST BENGAL BOARD OF MADRASAH EDUCATION, WEST BENGAL
58	CHHATTISGARH MADRASA BOARD, CHHATTISGARH
59	UTTARAKHAND MADRASA EDUCATION BOARD, UTTARAKHAND
60	ALIGARH MUSLIM UNIVERSITY BOARD OF SECONDARY & SR. SECONDARY EDUCATION, UTTAR PARDESH
61	INDIAN COUNCIL FOR HINDI & SANSKRIT EDUCATION, NEW DELHI
62	DAYALBAGH EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE, AGRA
63	BANASTHALI VIDYAPITH P.O., RAJASTHAN
64	BHUTAN COUNCIL FOR SCHOOL EXAMINATIONS & ASSESSMENT, BHUTAN
65	CAMBRIDGE ASSESSMENT INTERNATIONAL EXAMINATIONS, UK
66	CHHATTISGARH SANSKRIT BOARD, RAIPUR
67	MAURITIUS EXAMINATION SYNDICATE, MAURITIUS
68	NATIONAL EXAMINATIONS BOARD, NEPAL
69	PEARSON EDEXCEL LTD., UK
70	INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE, GENEVA
71	NORTHWEST ACCREDITATION COMMISSION (NWAC), USA
72	SAMPURNANAND SANSKRIT VISHWAVIDYALAY, VARANASI

These boards/councils are responsible for regulating and conducting exams, setting syllabus and curriculum, granting recognition to educational institutions, and providing guidelines for various fields of education.

Why COBSE Recognition Matters for Your Child's Education

Critical Importance of Board Verification

Enrolling your child in a school affiliated with an unrecognized board can have devastating consequences:

Certificates declared invalid: Universities and colleges may reject admission applications
Employment barriers: Government jobs and reputable private employers require recognized board qualifications
Financial loss: Years of tuition fees and educational investment wasted
Career disruption: Students may need to repeat years of education with recognized boards
Legal complications: Some fake boards operate illegally, putting institutions at risk

Key Benefits of COBSE-Recognized Boards

Universal Acceptance: Certificates recognized by all Indian universities, state governments, and central government institutions
Quality Assurance: Standardized curriculum ensuring comprehensive educational development
Transparent Evaluation: Fair examination systems with proper grievance redressal mechanisms
Career Opportunities: Eligibility for competitive exams including UPSC, SSC, banking, and defense services
International Recognition: Facilitates admissions to foreign universities and international employment
Legal Protection: Government-backed certification with legal validity nationwide

About the Council of Boards of School Education (COBSE)

Our Mission: To ensure educational excellence, maintain academic integrity, protect students from fraudulent institutions, and facilitate seamless coordination between 72 member boards operating across India and internationally.

Core Functions: Board verification and authentication, maintaining comprehensive databases of recognized institutions, publishing annual guidelines for education boards and schools, conducting research on educational trends, advocating for quality education policies, and providing consultation services to parents, students, and institutions.

Urgent: Verify Before Admission Season

With admission season approaching, thousands of parents are researching schools for their children. Don't wait until it's too late—verify your preferred school's board affiliation now. Call our dedicated helpline at 011-40541446 or email info@cobse.net.in for immediate assistance.

Last Updated: 2025 | Official Government Recognized Information

Disclaimer: This list is maintained and updated by COBSE as per Government of India guidelines. For the most current information, please contact COBSE directly or visit official board websites. Verify all information before making educational decisions.

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